RAM 3500 Van V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1998)
8. Slide the dial indicator probe across the gap between the pinion height block and the arbor bar with the scooter block against the pinion height
block. When the dial probe contacts the arbor bar, the dial pointer will turn clockwise. Bring dial pointer back to zero against the arbor bar, do not
turn dial face. Continue moving the dial probe to the crest of the arbor bar and record the highest reading. If the dial indicator can not achieve the
zero reading, the rear bearing cup or the pinion depth gauge set is not installed correctly.
9. Select a shim equal to the dial indicator reading plus the drive pinion gear depth variance number etched in the face of the pinion gear using the
opposite sign on the variance number. For example, if the depth variance is -2, add +0.002 in. to the dial indicator reading.
10. Remove the pinion depth gauge components from the axle housing
